Polish woman buys 500-year-old Tuscan house — damp, bureaucracy and thick walls

Magdalena Ciach-Baklarz, author of the blog "Italia poza szlakiem," fulfilled her dream of buying a 500-year-old house in Tuscany but is now dealing with unexpected challenges. Thick stone walls significantly reduce the usable floor area, while damp is a constant issue. Italian bureaucracy and a very different work culture add further complications to life in her dream home.